HELLO:

I have a 2000 Range Rover and recently my glove compartment has become very loose. The particular section affected is the right side (when closed it does not close flush with the wood trim below the air bag). Now, when its closed and I drive over any little bump I hear a rattle. When the car was new this happened and the dealer had no problem tightenning it for free, but now that the car is 6 years old - I estimate that they'll not be as helpful.

Has anyone had a similar problem. And if so, what have you done to fix it?

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE,

JD

 

JD, your glove box design is just short of rocket science. It is extremely complicated and most dealer techs don't know how to adjust it let alone Indies. I know, it sounds ridiculous. It's a poor design to say the least. You just need to find a competent technician to address it.

 

I haven't found a fix just yet, but I called the dealer to inquire and they stated that if the entire unit has to be replaced (which is often the case) it would run upwards of $1100! I could not believe what I was hearing. Is this true? Has anyone had a similar experience? Would this be covered by Land Rover's extended warranty? I asked if it would and both dealers (I called two) stated that first I would need to bring in the truck for a diagnosis and then they would be able to call the extended warranty to inquire on coverage. However, they both said that there would be a diagnostic fee if not covered. Am I crazy, are they, or does this entire thing just not make sense for a glove box? $1100!!!???

 

Welcome to the world of the aged Range Rover.
It is probably that expensive because the glove box and mechanics are mounted to the back side of the dash before it goes into the vehicle. This would mean removal of the entire dash to get to the $5 part that failed.
This is really bad, but...
I would get some thin foam weather stripping from the hardware store and put a peice on each side of the door.
If it is the door; this will fill the gap and make the door close tighter and the left side foam should help to keep the right side in.
However, over time; it will basically completely destroy the hinges if the glove box is used often.

 

Look below/under the wood trim. There is an adjustment that will align the lid even and no rattles.